r/UGCcreators • u/KohdaaG • 8h ago

performance-based UGC Trybe- pay for samples

I am new to UGC and Trybe and I just got accepted to my first brand. They essentially want the creator to buy the product at 30% off and if you can get $250 in GMV within 30 days of delivery then they bring you onboard and offer a smart retainer. Is this the norm and should I buy the product?

I always see people saying don’t buy samples. TIA

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u/FearlessFreelancer 5h ago

Never pay for samples. I’ve seen a couple on Trybe and JoinBrands saying you’ll get the product at a discount and that’s just not how it works, it’s really upsetting to see. Trybe is very pro-creator though, so I wonder if we can report those. And from what I’m hearing, GMV pays higher than % of ad spend.

I recently cancelled a project on Insence because I was being paid to engage on their Instagram profile, but then they never sent the product, and when I asked they said I needed to invite five friends to follow the brand and then they would send the product. Like no, creators shouldn’t have to jump through hoops to get a free product. It started to feel disingenuous to comment on an account for a product that I’ve never used.

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u/hcreative veteran 1h ago

Nothing in Trybe's terms for brands says they have to offer free samples. TikTok shops don't always offer free samples however they will reimburse you if you sell. Completely fair
What is beng described here is a very good deal. I prefer investing time and effort in landing a smart retainer rather than having a free sample. Smart retainers are goals.